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Source of fiber with black seed
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
5 piece (medium) of Black seed bran crackers (30 g) has 129 calories. That works out to 430 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.5 g of carbs, 3.2 g of protein, 4.4 g of fat and 3.6 g of fiber. Its 0.7 mg of Manganese covers 31% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 5 piece (medium) · 30 g
129
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
19.5g
· 7% DV
Protein
3.2g
· 6% DV
Fat
4.4g
· 6% DV
Fiber
3.6g
· 13% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 60% · Protein 10% · Fat 30%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 129 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.4 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.54 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 204 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19.5 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% |
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 5 piece (medium) | 30 g | 129 kcal |
| 2 piece (mini) | 12 g | 52 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 18 g | 77 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 129 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 35 g | 151 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 40 g | 172 kcal |
| 8 piece (large) | 48 g | 206 kcal |
| 12 piece (extra large) | 72 g | 310 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 430 kcal |
Calculated from 430 calories per 100 g.
Black seed bran crackers can be a convenient source of fiber, but they are still a snack made with flour and may contain added salt and oil. Pairing a measured portion with yogurt, cheese, or hummus makes a more filling snack.
Black seed bran crackers are usually made with wheat bran or flour, black seeds (nigella), water, oil, and salt. Recipes vary by product, so added ingredients and seasoning can differ between brands.
Black seed bran crackers go well with cheese, hummus, or a yogurt-based dip. You can also serve them alongside soup or add them to a snack plate with vegetables and a protein-rich topping.
People with diabetes can include black seed bran crackers if they account for their carbohydrate content and portion. Bran adds fiber, but these crackers can still raise blood sugar; choose an amount that fits your individual meal plan.
Black seed bran crackers do not cause weight loss on their own. Their fiber may help make a snack more satisfying, but portioning them rather than eating from the packet—and pairing them with a protein source—can help with fullness.
Black seed bran crackers have a toasted, grainy taste from the bran and a distinctive, slightly peppery aroma from the black seeds. Their texture is usually crisp, while the saltiness varies by recipe.
Keep black seed bran crackers in an airtight container or tightly reseal the packet after opening. Store them in a cool, dry place; exposure to air and moisture can make them lose their crispness.
Yes. “Black seed” and “nigella seed” commonly refer to the same seed, Nigella sativa, used in black seed bran crackers. It is not the same as ordinary cumin, which has a different flavor and appearance.
Yes. Mix bran or whole-wheat flour with black seeds, water, a little oil, and salt, then roll the dough thin and cut it into pieces. Bake until crisp, watching closely so the thin crackers do not burn.
Black seed bran crackers can replace bread as a crunchy accompaniment, but they are not identical in texture or how they fit into a meal. Use them with toppings such as cheese or hummus rather than assuming they are a lighter choice.
Vitamins
B1
0.13mg · 11% DV
B3
1.44mg · 9% DV
Biotin
2.1µg · 7% DV
Folate
21.6µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.72mg · 31% DV
Selenium
9.6µg · 17% DV
Phosphorus
95mg · 14% DV
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Sodium
204mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
93mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 129 calories in 5 piece (medium) (30 g):
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Black seed bran crackers are crisp, savoury crackers made with bran in the dough and flavoured with black seeds, also known as nigella. They are a packaged-style snack rather than a dish tied to one particular region, and recipes vary in seasoning and texture. The seeds bring a distinctive, gently peppery flavour to the mild, toasted taste of the bran.
Enjoy them as a snack, with cheese or hummus, alongside soup, or with tea or coffee. Their bran makes them a source of fibre: they provide 12 g per 100 g. For a more balanced light bite, pair a modest portion with fresh vegetables or a protein-rich topping rather than eating them on their own.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.54g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.68g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.53g
Omega 6:3 ratio 72:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (72:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.